Streaming ACN: You can now choose to send Optimized Frames [the new default setting] in addition to Full Frames [always all 512 channels].

(#3584)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.6.7148. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed a critical issue that could halt the device in rare cases.

(#3647, #3650, #3651)

MADRIX NEBULA: New firmware version 2.0.7147. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue for TM1814 that did not correctly control the current.

(#3628, #3642)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue that did not activate Streaming ACN without a power disconnect when switching from Art-Net while data was received.

(#3614)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue that did not refresh the web configuration page correctly when switching from sACN to Art-Net and confirming with Set.

(#3515)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed a critical issue that could halt the device in rare cases.

(#3650, #3651)

MADRIX ORION: New firmware version 2.0.7147. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX ORION: Fixed a critical issue that could halt the device in rare cases.

(#3646, #3650, #3651)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.9.7157. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that did not allow Timers of the Extension Port to be triggered monthly via Sunset/Sunrise.

(#3662, #3666)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed a critical issue that could halt the device in rare cases.

(#3648, #3650, #3651)

MADRIX STELLA: New firmware version 2.0.7147. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX STELLA: Fixed an issue that did only sent out Art-Net data when setting Port 2 to input.

(#3634)

MADRIX STELLA: Fixed a critical issue that could halt the device in rare cases.

(#3646, #3650, #3651)

Bugfixes:

DMX Remote Editor: Fixed an issue that did not correclty assign filters [FX] when loading a MADRIX 3 Setup file.

(#3147)

Effect Parameter Chaser: Fixed an issue that did not allow any control over the window anymore when having the window open while using Layer Map Settings in Steps with Fade Time and Wait Time set to 0.

(#3500)

Fixture Editor: Fixed an issue that did not load the file when performing a left mouse double-click on a MADRIX Fixture Library file although the Fixture Editor was launched.

(#3661)

Matrix Generator: Fixed an issue that did not allow to select fixture profiles correctly with the help of the mouse under Product.

(#3627)

MIDI Remote Editor: Fixed an issue that did not correclty assign filters [FX] when loading a MADRIX 3 Setup file.

(#3147)

Patch Editor > Add Fixtures: Fixed an issue that did not allow to select fixture profiles correctly with the help of the mouse under Product.

(#3627)

Patch Editor: Fixed a critical issue that could halt the software when patching fixtures [which could also lead to errors when saving MADRIX Setup files, for example].

(#3663)

Script: Operations within a parameter call, such as min(255, master++) and min(255, master++) are now working.

(#257)

S2L Level Meter: Removed the Look-At-Type since it did not serve a function anymore.

SCE Gradient: Streamlined the rotation and alignment settings across MADRIX Effects to clockwise rotation. [Please note: MADRIX Setup files that were saved with a previous version will be migrated upon loading. The majority of cases will be updated, but in case of some parameters manual adjustments may be necessary.]

About: MADRIX KEYs that are currently in FUM mode and need their firmware to be updated will be shown as such.

(#3598)

Art-Net: Improved the Art-Net Configuration window.

(#2620)

MADRIX: Updated the list of Art-Net OEM codes [Date: July 11, 2018].

(#3610)

Logfile: Added information when a MADRIX KEY that is currently in FUM mode has been connected.

(#3598)

Patch Editor: Automatic calculation of the DMX Start Universe and DMX Start Channel in the Add Fixtures window can now be enabled or disabled via Auto Address in the Patch Editor ['Preferences > Automatically Address New DMX Fixtures']. These settings are automatically updated when choosing a different fixture profile ['Fixture > Product'] or when making changes to the Patch.

(#1814)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.6.7134. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX: The menu item Move Touch To Next Screen now works correctly ['View > Move Touch To Next Screen'].

(#3624)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not consider the maximum value of fixture profiles as set in the Fixture Editor ['Value MAX'].

(#3626)

MADRIX 5 Device Updater: Fixed an issue that did not open the user manual when using the F1 keyboard shortcut.

(#2501)

MADRIX 5 Restore Tool: Fixed an issue that did not open the user manual when using the F1 keyboard shortcut.

(#2501)

MADRIX 5 Time Code Sender: Fixed an issue that did not open the user manual when using the F1 keyboard shortcut.

(#2501)

Map Settings: Fixed an issue that did not allow to correctly drag and drop the position of a Layer Map with the help of the mouse when several Layers were mapped.

(#3494)

MIDI Remote Editor: Fixed an issue that set the MIN value as MAX value when closing the window after setting the MIN value first.

(#3552)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that incorrectly calculated DMX Start Universe and DMX Start Channel in the Add Fixtures window when the fixture would not fit into the current DMX universe anymore.

(#1814)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that allowed the Patch Editor and MADRIX Software to be used although the Print window was still open.

(#3537)

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that did not correctly show scaled numbers when editing the Duration or Fade Time.

(#3490)

SCE Rotating Shapes: Fixed an issue that did allow more than 1000 shapes in the Shape Table by duplicating them.

(#807)

SCE Rotating Shapes: Fixed an issue that did not show the count correctly when using 1000 shapes.

(#807)

SCE Video: Fixed an issue that did not correctly set the Start Time and End Time when loading a MADRIX 3 Setup file.

(#3496)

S2L EQ: Fixed a critical issue that could cause the software to crash when adjusting Pitch 1 in certain cases.

(#3541)

Touch Screen Window: Fixed an issue that caused the error message 'Encountered an improper argument' when trying to open the Touch Screen Window again after it was previously positioned on a monitor which now is not available anymore.

(#3509)

MADRIX 5.0b | July 04, 2018Version 5.0.2.0

Improved Features:

Art-Net: You can now choose between Post-Sync [default] and Pre-Sync. By default, the sync data is sent after the color data. Pre-Sync would send it before the color data.

(#3563)

Fixture Groups: Greatly improved the performance when using fixture groups.

(#3544)

MADRIX: Added support for MADRIX ORION.

(#2400, #2401)

MADRIX: Improved the performance across the software when using 'Options... > Performance > Rendering > Included Voxels > Patched Only' and especially when using Filters [FX] or Layers.

MADRIX LUNA: Web configuration page: Art-Net universes are now also shown in hexadecimal notation in addition to the decimal notation.

(#3454)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.09.7100. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that did not allow Digital Output ports of the Extension Port to be triggered via Timers.

(#3429)

New Fixtures:

GLP - Impression X4L.

(#3438)

Prolights - Sunbar 3000 FC.

(#3461)

Prolights - Sunblast 3000 FC.

(#3461)

Prolights - Sunblast 3500 Max.

(#3461)

Bugfixes:

Art-Net: Fixed an issue with ArtSync that did not send the last filler byte.

(#3543)

DMX-IN Remote Editor: Fixed an issue that did not allow the automatic Assign function to recognize channels higher than 16.

(#3565)

Logfile: Art-Net PollReplies now correctly show the address support of nodes, which was swapped [8 Bit vs. 15 Bit].

(#3479)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue of the AGC that only allowed the audio input level to be reduced, but not increased.

(#3181)

MADRIX Device Configuration: Fixed a critical issue that did not correctly communicate with firmware 2.0 and higher of MADRIX NEBULA or MADRIX STELLA.

(#3531)

MIDI: Fixed an issue that caused the error message 'States or Values could not be updated!'.

(#3442)

Philips Hue: Fixed an issue that did not recognize lamps when using an API higher than 1.15.

(#3528)

SCE Screen Capture: Fixed an issue that could crash the effect in rare cases.

(#2237)

Touch Screen: Fixed an issue that prevented the context menus of the Previews to be udpated correctly.

(#3194)

MADRIX 5.0a | June 14, 2018Version 5.0.1.0, Version 5.0.1.1

Improved Features:

About: The MADRIX KEY Firmware Updater will automatically be launched if a MADRIX KEY is found that does not meet the required minimum firmware version.

(#3522)

About: USB security dongles that have been found but currently do not unlock a valid MADRIX 5 license will be shown as 'Unrecognized USB Security Dongle' with their serial number [e.g., an empty MADRIX KEY, a MADRIX KEY with an old firmware, or an unsupported dongle].

Art-Net: Fixed a critical issue that could halt the software when adding new nodes in the Device Manager.

(#3510)

Extrenal Previews (DVI): In DVI mode, external previews are now automatically limited to only DVI fixtures when using a Patch that contains both DMX fixtures and DVI fixtures.

(#3364)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that set incorrect values for Audio Input as well as Audio Ouptut when loading a Setup file.

(#2444)

MADRIX: Fixed a critical issue that could prevent the software from starting by attempting to load and display the introductory video/animation.

(#3423, #3484)

Remote HTTP: Fixed a critical issue that could crash the software occasionally if a HTML GUI including Previews was running in parallel.

(#3495)

Logfile: Art-Net PollReplies now correctly show the address support of nodes, which was swapped [8 Bit vs. 15 Bit].

(#3478)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that did not actively show the selection of fixtures when selecting multiple fixtures with Ctrl.

(#3488)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that did not allow a Setup file to load correctly when a background image had been selected and enabled.

(#3488)

Philips Hue: Fixed an issue that did not recognize lamps when using an API higher than 1.15.

(#3523)

SCE Rotating Shapes: Fixed an issue that did not correctly show the number of total shapes.

(#807)

Translations/Languages [German]: Added several missing translations.

(#3506)

TRI Shapes: Fixed an issue that now corectly redraws shapes on positions where a previous shape already existed.

(#2336)

MADRIX 5.0 | May 07, 2018Version 5.0.0.0 – Version 5.0.0.30

These are the preliminary release notes for MADRIX 5. More updates will be available soon.

New Effects:

SCE Rotating Shapes.

(#807, #2100)

TRI Color Change: Added a new category of MADRIX Effects. Such TRI Effects are based on established MADRIX Effects but triggered manually by the user via trigger ports [DMX-IN / Art-Net Remote / sACN Input or MIDI].

(#1472, #2268)

TRI Drops: Added a new category of MADRIX Effects. Such TRI Effects are based on established MADRIX Effects but triggered manually by the user via trigger ports [DMX-IN / Art-Net Remote / sACN Input or MIDI].

(#1472, #2335)

TRI Explosions: Added a new category of MADRIX Effects. Such TRI Effects are based on established MADRIX Effects but triggered manually by the user via trigger ports [DMX-IN / Art-Net Remote / sACN Input or MIDI].

(#1472, #2270)

TRI Shapes: Added a new category of MADRIX Effects. Such TRI Effects are based on established MADRIX Effects but triggered manually by the user via trigger ports [DMX-IN / Art-Net Remote / sACN Input or MIDI].

(#1472, #2336)

TRI Tubes: Added a new category of MADRIX Effects. Such TRI Effects are based on established MADRIX Effects but triggered manually by the user via trigger ports [DMX-IN / Art-Net Remote / sACN Input or MIDI].

(#1472, #2272)

Improved Effects:

SCE Fill Drops: Added the Geometric Center to the Position Origin Type.

(#2182)

SCE Fill Random: Added the Geometric Center to the Position Origin Type.

Matrix Generator: You can now set a maximum number of fixtures that should be added per DMX universe [menu Preferences > Matrix Generator... > Addressing > Fixture Count Limit Per Universe].

(#979)

Matrix Generator: The DMX Start Channel can now be applied to each DMX universe that is going to be filled with fixtures instead of only the start universe [menu Preferences > Matrix Generator... > Addressing > DMX Start Channel > Apply To Each Universe].

(#2302)

Matrix Generator: Added a comprehensive Preview of the currently chosen fixture.

Patch Editor: You can now set a maximum number of fixtures that should be added per DMX universe [menu Preferences > Patch Editor... > Edit > Add Fixtures... > Addressing > Fixture Count Limit Per Universe].

(#979)

Patch Editor: Fixtures in the Fixture List to the left can now be ordered by fixture name or DMX channel by clicking on the header of the list.

Patch Editor: Fixtures can now be flipped as the entire selection once as one block instead of all fixtures individually. [menu Preferences > Patch Editor... > Edit > Flip Selection].

(#1185)

Patch Editor: You can now automatically let the software adjust the size of the Patch to the fixtures that have been patched [menu Preferences > Patch Editor... > Edit > Matrix Settings... > Match Voxel Map Area].

(#1279)

Patch Editor: You can now automatically let the software adjust the color depth of the Patch to the color of the patched fixtures [menu Preferences > Patch Editor... > Edit > Matrix Settings... > Match Color Depth]. In addition, a message will now be shown if the color depth is set to 3 while RGBW/4-channel fixtures are used.

(#1279, #1545)

Patch Editor: You can now move the area with patched fixtures to position 0, 0, 0 [menu Preferences > Patch Editor... > Edit > Move Map Area To Matrix Origin].

(#1388)

Patch Editor: DMX Start Universe and DMX Start Channel are now automatically set to the next free DMX address in the Add Fixtures window.

(#1814)

Patch Editor: Fixtures can now be moved along the X-axis, the Y-axis, or diagonally [45°] when pressing the Alt key while moving them with the mouse cursor.

(#2297)

Patch Editor: The Background Image can be moved along the X-axis, the Y-axis, diagonally [45°] when pressing the Alt key while moving it with the mouse cursor.

(#2297)

Patch Editor: The Background Image can be scaled along the X-axis or the Y-axis when using the right mouse button while 'Keep Aspect Ratio' is disabled in combination with the 'Alt' key on the keyboard or both axes at the same time without the key.

Cue List: Offsets can now be entered by simply adding a + or - in front of the required offset value.

(#2831)

Layers: Can now be re-ordered and copied via drag and drop.

(#2807)

Layers: Can now be copied and inserted via drag and drop.

(#3153)

MADRIX: Completely revamped the user interface, including two themes [Light and Dark], visuals clues for improved operation, a new font for better monitor readability, and much more.

(#692, #3063, #3211)

MADRIX: The Home keyboard shortcut has been changed from 'F' to 'Ctrl+F' and now also changes the storage bank if necessary.

(#1898)

MADRIX: Improved the performance and speed of the user interface considerably; especially when quickly changing between MADRIX Effects [by using the Cue List, MIDI Remote Control, or similar, for example].

(#2094, #2901)

MADRIX: Vertical slider controls now accept direct keyboard input to set values quickly and precisely while they are selected [e.g., Submaster, Pitch, etc.].

(#2255, #2256)

MADRIX: The controls for +/- are now automatically disabled once the minimum or maximum value is reached.

(#2858)

MADRIX: Removed the crossfader fade type color fade [CF].

(#2621)

Map Settings: Fixture groups now also receive the same color in the Map Presets that is set up in the Patch Editor.

Installer: Renamed the majority of files for improved visibility and structure; especially in the installation directory.

(#3365)

Fixture Editor:

Channel Settings: Removed the 'Use HTP' option because fixtures and their fixture profiles are now always automatically used in HTP mode.

(#2532)

Fixture Menu: The 'Save Fixture' feature now correctly applies the last used directory.

(#2278)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX KEY: Requires firmware version 4.05.

(#3240)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.09.7100. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that did not allow Digital Output ports of the Extension Port to be triggered via Timers.

(#3429)

Script And Macro:

Coming soon.

New Fixtures:

Acclaim Lighting: Al Dot.

(#3186)

Acclaim Lighting: ALQ Par.

(#3186)

Acclaim Lighting: Aqua Drum.

(#3186)

Acclaim Lighting: Pixel Bar.

(#3186)

Blizzard Lighting: Blockhead Big Eye.

(#3186)

Blizzard Lighting: Pixellicious.

(#3186)

Blizzard Lighting: ThunderStik.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BEAM Bar 5.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BEAM Bar 10.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Beam Fury 1.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BEAM WIZARD 5x5.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Beamspot 1 FC.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Beamspot 1 NW.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Beamspot 1 WW.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BT – Orbit.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BT – Stagepar 6 in 1.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BT – Stagepar 6 in 1 + Amber.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BT – Ultrazoom.

(#3186)

BriteQ: BT – Vintage.

(#3186)

BriteQ: LED Mega Beam Mk3.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Mini Beamer Outdoor.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Powermatrix 5x5 Mk2.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Powerpixel 4 RGB.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Powerpixel 8 RGB.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Pro Beamer Mk3 Indoor.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Pro Beamer Mk3 Outdoor.

(#3186)

BriteQ: Tornado 7.

(#3186)

BriteQ: W07L10 ZOOM.

(#3186)

BriteQ: W07L12 Wash.

(#3186)

Clay Paky: A.leda Wash K10 TW.

(#3186)

Clay Paky: A.leda Wash K20 TW.

(#3186)

Clay Paky: GlowUp.

(#3186)

Clay Paky: Odeon Flood.

(#3186)

Clay Paky: SharBar.

(#3186)

Coemar: StageLite LED FX.

(#3186)

Ehrgeiz: BabyBeam 4.

(#3186)

Ehrgeiz: Chroma.

(#3186)

Ehrgeiz: Helios 7.

(#3186)

Ehrgeiz: Helios 7 B.

(#3186)

Ehrgeiz: Nova 448 – W.

(#3186)

Ehrgeiz: Supernova.

(#3186)

Ehrgeiz: SuperNova 896-W.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: ACL 360 BAR.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: ACL 360 Matrix.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: ACL 360 Roller.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: ACL 360i.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: ACL Bar.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: ACL Curtain.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: ACL PAR 200IP.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: CUEPIX Panel.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: Pixel BAR 12.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: Pixel BAR 12.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: Pixel BAR 40.

(#3186)

Elation Professional: Rayzor 360Z.

(#3186)

Eurolite: LED MFX 3.

(#3186)

Eurolite: LED MFX 9.

(#3186)

Expolite: ELW MC 7 ZOOM.

(#3186)

Expolite: TourBar 32 RGBW.

(#3186)

Expolite: TourLED 21.

(#3186)

Expolite: TourLED Pro 28 ZOOM.

(#3186)

Expolite: TourPar QXW.

(#3186)

Expolite: TourStick MC180.

(#3186)

Expolite: TourStick Power.

(#3186)

Futurelight: Wave.

(#3186)

GLP: impression X1.

(#3186)

Highend Systems: QUAD.

(#3186)

img Stage Line: Minizoom 712.

(#3186)

Martin Professional: Exterior Wash 200.

(#3186)

Martin Professional: Exterior Wash 210.

(#3186)

Martin Professional: Exterior Wash 300.

(#3186)

Martin Professional: Exterior Wash 310.

(#3186)

Martin Professional: MAC Aura XB.

(#3186)

Martin Professional: RUSH MH 2 Wash.

(#3186)

Martin Professional: VDO Fatron 20.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Color Pack 150N.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Color Pack 150W.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Mass LED RGB.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Mass LED WW.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: N-E Color FX18.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Nova Lite CW 150.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Nova Lite Q 200.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Nova Lite UV 200.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Nova Lite WW 150.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Outshine Strip Q80.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: Outshine T100.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: XLED 1037.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: XLED 4022RZ.

(#3186)

Mega Lite: XPAR 1012.

(#3186)

PR Lighting: Xpar 336.

(#3186)

Robe: Linee.

(#3186)

Robe: ParFect 100.

(#3186)

Robe: ParFect 150.

(#3186)

Robe: ParFect 150 FW.

(#3186)

Robe: PATT 2017.

(#3186)

Robe: PixelPATT.

(#3186)

Robe: Squere.

(#3186)

SGM: Blinder LED light P-10.

(#3186)

SGM: LED flood blind strobe P-1.

(#3186)

SGM: LED flood blind strobe Q-10.

(#3186)

SGM: LED flood blind strobe Q-7.

(#3186)

SGM: LED RGBW Wash Light P-2.

(#3186)

SGM: LED Wash Light i-2 RGBW.

(#3186)

SGM: LED Wash Light i-2 RGBW Poi.

(#3186)

SGM: LED Wash Light i-5 RGBW.

(#3186)

SGM: LED Wash Light P-5.

(#3186)

SGM: LED Wash Light P-5 W.

(#3186)

SGM: LED Wash Light Q-2.

(#3186)

Showtec: Compact Par 7 Tri.

(#3186)

Showtec: Cameleon Bar 12/3.

(#3186)

Showtec: Cameleon Bar 18/4.

(#3186)

Showtec: Cameleon Bar 24/3.

(#3186)

Showtec: Club Par 18/1RGB.

(#3186)

Showtec: Compact Par 108/10 Value.

(#3186)

Showtec: Compact Par 18 MKII.

(#3186)

Showtec: LED Light Bar 12 Pixel.

(#3186)

Showtec: LED Light Bar 16.

(#3186)

Showtec: LED Light Bar 8.

(#3186)

Showtec: LED Light Bar 8.

(#3186)

Showtec: LED Powerline 16 Bar RGBW.

(#3186)

Showtec: Pixel Bar 4 COB.

(#3186)

Showtec: Pixel Bar 8 COB.

(#3186)

Showtec: Pixel Bar 18 Q4 Tour.

(#3186)

Bugfixes:

Cue List: Improved the Play button functionality to start again at the current playback position of the currently selected cue instead of the beginning of the next cue.

(#2616)

External Previews: Repositioning an External Preview in Full Screen Mode via 'Move To Next Screen' to a monitor with a different resolution now automatically restores the default view in order to make sure that everything is displayed correctly again in full screnen according to the new dimensions.

(#3228)

Fixture Editor: Fixed an issue that used incorrect font sizes on the user interface when resizing the window.

(#1930)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that could make MADRIX crash when using the Color control.

(#2236)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not always correctly convert commas into periods for numbers with decimal places.

(#2326)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not ignore special characters in certain input fields that use integer numbers.

(#2601)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that incorrectly localized date and time settings which could cause conflicts when setting up values in the 24h time format.

(#3120)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that the Restore Default Size feature did resize the window but did not exit full-screen mode when activated.

(#3129)

MADRIX Device Configuration: Improved wording for the message to disconnect also from power after updating the firmware of LUNA, NEBULA, or STELLA devices.

(#2408, #2415)

Map Settings: Fixed an issue that did not allow to set up the Tile Offset X correctly in Pixel mode when a large Matrix Size had been set up.

(#2784)

Map Settings: Map Settings files can now be dragged and dropped onto the Map Settings control.

(#2872)

Mix Modes: Changed the computation for mode 'Screen'.

(#2544)

MIDI: Fixed an issue that caused the error message 'States or Values could not be updated!'.

(#3443)

Options>User Interface: Fixed an issue that applied changes for 'Cue List Playback Side' only after confirming with OK instead of Apply.

(#3435)

Patch Editor: The 'Export Fixture' feature now correctly applies the last used directory.

(#2278)

Previews: Fixtures that are placed outisde of the Patch Matrix Settings will not be shown anymore in 3D Mode.

(#3118)

SCE Clouds: Fixed an issue that did not change the visual appearance of the effect at different sizes of the virtual LED matrix while keeping the same settings.

(#1230)

SCE Clouds: Fixed an issue that did not correctly apply changes of color positions of the Color Gradient.

(#2443)

SCE Fill Snake: Fixed several issues that did not allow Start Corner and Orientation Mode to work correctly.

(#2103)

SCE Flames: Fixed an issue that did not correctly apply changes of color positions of the Color Gradient.

(#2443)

SCE Fluid: Fixed an issue that did not correctly apply changes of color positions of the Color Gradient.

e:cue – e:net: Removed support for e:net from e:cue for Butler devices [first generation] due to incompatibility of the driver with the latest MADRIX Software [MADRIX 3.6f is the last supported version. Please contact our technical support at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you require this software version].

(#3107)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.06.7074. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX LUNA: Increased the minimum output frequency that is sent on each port from 10 FPS to 20 FPS [in order to ensure functionality with lighting fixtures that are not functioning well with low frame rates].

(#3100)

MADRIX NEBULA: New firmware version 1.04.7082. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: UCS9812S.

(#3027)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed a connection issue that did not report the device settings and status correctly in the MADRIX Device Configuration dialog when only connecting over Ethernet network.

(#3011, #3012)

MADRIX STELLA: New firmware version 1.04.7082. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX STELLA: Increased the minimum output frequency that is sent on each port from 10 FPS to 20 FPS [in order to ensure functionality with lighting fixtures that are not functioning well with low frame rates].

(#3101)

MADRIX STELLA: Fixed an issue that could prevent reception of DMX input when Sync Mode had been enabled in the MADRIX Software.

(#3178)

Bugfixes:

Fixture Editor: Fixed an issue that could cause a crash when deleting all channels of a new fixture, continuing with Cancel or Apply, and adding a new channel.

(#2927)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue in the Map Settings that did not allow controls to be changed correctly via mouse wheel scroll or when changing between the % and Pixel view setting.

(#3083)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue in the Map Settings that did not update the Presets for defined Fixture Groups when the dialog was open while changing Fixture Groups.

(#3127)

MIDI: Fixed an issue that allowed a Speed Pitch control to handle values lower than the maximum -10 when using an endless decoder or jogwheel in combination with a Factor as remote control.

(#3005)

Previews: Fixed an issue that did not show fixtures in 3D Mode when patching 1-channel DMX fixtures.

(#3030)

Script: Fixed that a macro, which handled the Effect Settings BPM, Factor, Width, and Base Color of the SCE Wave / Radial Effect in mode Radar, continuously set the MADRIX Setup file as being modified.

(#3048)

Script: Fixed that the functions ShiftPixelMatrix() and ShiftVectorMatrix()caused the MADRIX Software to crash when Blackout or Freeze was used at the same time.

(#3139)

MADRIX 3.6g | September 29, 2017Version 3.6.7.0, Version 3.6.7.1

Improved Features:

Art-Net: Updated the list of Art-Net OEM codes [Date: 22.07.2017].

(#2838)

MADRIX: Brought all translations and localized items up to date for all languages [Deutsch, Español, Français, Simplified Chinese].

Matrix Generator: Increased the maximum available Count for X, Y, or Z that can be entered from 10000 to 65535 for matrix sizes [please consult the user manual for requirements and practical limitations].

(#2922)

Patch Editor: Increased the maximum available Count for X, Y, or Z that can be entered via Add Fixtures and Matrix Size from 10000 to 65535 [please consult the user manual for requirements and practical limitations].

(#2922)

General Changes:

MADRIX: Removed the now outdated link to online FAQs from the Help menu.

MADRIX NEBULA: New firmware version 1.02.7055. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: GW6205.

(#2877, #2903)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: SJ1221.

(#2982)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: LPD1882S.

(#2912)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: WS2815.

(#2915)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an important issue that allowed the device to only send with the lowest, received frame rate, when receiving different frame rates for different DMX universes on a single port. This behaviour was mainly triggered when used with a lighting console.

(#2821)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue that correctly set Channels Per Universe in the web configuration but still displayed the value as 'Automatic'.

(#2823)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue that did not set Channels Per Universe for Port 2 if USB as well as Ethernet were connected and the settings was changed for both ports in the MADRIX Device Configuration.

(#2875)

New And Updated Script/Macro Functions:

New General Function: GetDayOfWeek.

(#2920)

New Fixtures:

American DJ - Dotz Brick 3.3.

(#2787)

American DJ - Ultra Bar 9.

(#2787)

Designgroup - Big Eye 7 Rotation Light.

(#2987)

Designgroup - Big Eye 7 Rotation Move.

(#2987)

Designgroup - Magic Bubbles 2x2.

(#2987)

Bugfixes:

Art-Net: The option to Enbable the sync mode is now correctly deactivated upon initialization.

DVI Output Fixed a critical issue that could crash the MADRIX Software when setting very large values for X and Y at once or consecutively for a DVI output window via the Matrix Generator, Patch Editor, or External Preview Settings.

(#2930)

Logfile: Fixed an issue that displayed the name and serial number of certain, connected third-party devices incorrectly.

(#2937)

MADRIX: Drag and Drop did not work correctly for the Group Control, Image Table, and Storage Places and specific file types [*.mitz and *.mitx / *.mgpx / *.mspx].

(#2870)

MADRIX Installer: Removed unecessary message boxes when updating or re-installing the MADRIX Software and the included MADRIX KEY drivers for both MADRIX KEY models.

Philips Color Kinetics (KiNET): Fixed the start code that is sent for specific fixtures in order to correctly find them in the network [e.g. iColor Accent Compact].

(#2874)

Previews: Fixed an issue that created too much voxel geometry for Previews in 3D Mode when patching RGB DMX fixtures.

(#2938)

SCE Fill Random: Fixed a critical issue that could crash the MADRIX Software in rare cases when the effect cycled through the colors of the Color Table.

(#2852)

SCE Fill Snake: Fixed a critical issue that could crash the MADRIX Software in rare cases when the effect cycled through the colors of the Color Table.

(#2852)

Script: The function 'SetPixelTransposeEntry3D()' is now correctly available.

(#2847)

MADRIX 3.6f | May 19, 2017Version 3.6.6.0, Version 3.6.6.1

Improved Features:

MADRIX: Updated the list of ESTA manufacturer codes.

(#2622)

MADRIX Restore: Fail-safe settings now include deactivation of the Previews.

(#2835)

General Changes:

MADRIX: Added support for the new variant of the MADRIX KEY. [The MADRIX KEY now comes in two variants. Both models have the same functionality. The newer model is going to be introduced with MADRIX 3.6f and will likely be provided with more recent purchases.]

(#2638) (Version 3.6.6.0, 3.6.6.1)

MADRIX Installer: Added drivers for the new variant of the MADRIX KEY.

(#2649) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX NEBULA: New firmware version 1.02.7035. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX NEBULA: New driver version 6.0.0.1. Please update the drivers! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second.)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue with the following protocols that are now working correctly again: UCS1903, SK6822, P9883.

(#2650) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue that could leave the status LEDs permanently on when using the ArtAddress functionality for Art-Net to switch from normal operation to off while the status LEDs were currently active.

(#2611) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MADRIX NEBULA: Fixed an issue that did not allow to select every 40th number of the Channels Per Universe setting.

(#2822) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.09.7024. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that caused the device to send on DMX 1 as well as DMX 2 under Tools > Test Sending after DMX 2 had been selected once even though only 1 port was set for output.

(#2617)

MADRIX STELLA: New firmware version 1.02.7035. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX STELLA: New driver version 6.0.0.1. Please update the drivers! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second.)

MADRIX STELLA: Fixed an issue that could leave the status LEDs permanently on when using the ArtAddress functionality for Art-Net to switch from normal operation to off while the status LEDs were currently active.

(#2611) (Version 3.6.6.1)

New Fixtures:

PanelOled ltd - M8TRIX.

(#2826) (Version 3.6.6.1)

Bugfixes:

Cue List: Fixed an issue that did not correctly update the Goto functionality after changing the number of cues.

(#2627)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that incorrectly still changed cues after manually calling a cue without Duration via double-click while a cue with Duration was being played back.

(#2636)

DMX Watcher: Fixed an issue that could freeze the display when changing to a different DMX universe and only DVI fixtures had been patched.

(#2811) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MADRIX: Fixed a critical issue regarding DMX-based output that could sent out black frames sporadically [via Art-Net or DMX512, for example], which could result in flickering on the LEDs, when Fixture Groups and the Group Control had been set up.

(#2816) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MAS Script: Fixed an issue that produced an error when switching back to a Storage Place that had an MAS Script Effect with a Color Table set up.

(#2802) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MAS Script: Fixed an issue that did not allow to delete all colors from a Color Table that was set up in an MAS Script Effect.

(#2802) (Version 3.6.6.1)

MADRIX 3.6e | February 14, 2017Version 3.6.5.0, Version 3.6.5.1

Improved Features:

Art-Net: Updated the list of Art-Net OEM codes [Date: 26.01.2017].

(#2527)

Fixture Editor: Enhanced the 'Check Library' functionality by verifying that the 'Fixed' setting has been enabled when using a default value other than 0.

(#2576)

Remote Editor (MIDI): Added a preprogrammed MIDI map for the Novation Launchpad Mini, which also can be edited.

(#2590)

General Changes:

MADRIX Installer: For Microsoft Windows 7, the Service Pack 1 as well as the Microsoft KB3033929 hotfix need to be installed. This ensures that the Windows 7 operating system correctly validates the new digital signature of the MADRIX Installer; as required by Microsoft's policies.

(#2598)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX NEBULA: New firmware version 1.02.7014. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: MBI6120.

(#2597)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: WS2822S.

(#2597)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: WS2822S Addressing.

(#2597)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: UCS512B3.

(#2597)

Bugfixes:

Chaser: Fixed an issue that could freeze the user interface by considerably improving the GUI performance when using a lot of Fixture Groups as Mapping Presets and Layer Map Settings as Chaser Parameters.

(#2499)

Group Control: Fixed an issue that did not control the colors blue and green when using them on separate pixel/voxel positions in the fixture profile.

(#2560)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that could prevent the MADRIX Software to launch when the digital signature could not be validated by the Windows 7 operating system.

(#2535)

MADRIX: Now correctly updates and shows the Fade Type of the Crossfader after switching the language.

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.09.6375. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX PLEXUS: Devices now use the compilation date of the firmware and set the time to 12:34:00 after changing the battery or using the device for the first time instead of showing only zeros.

(#2201)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that caused the display of the device to continue to blink after using the Highlight Mode of MADRIX over Art-Net.

(#2253)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that caused unwanted disconnects while using the iOS App.

(#2412)

Bugfixes:

Cue List: Fixed an issue that prevented Date or Time Code entries to be copied via the keyboard shortcuts Ctrl+C, Ctrl+X, and Ctrl+V.

(#1557)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not show a Setup file as being modified when loading a script file in the MAS Script Effect.

(#2345)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not show a Setup file as being modified when loading a macro via the context menu of the Main Output Macro.

(#2345)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not show the Storage Places anymore when copying and pasting it via drag and drop in the 8x8 view.

(#2396)

Remote Control (Remote HTTP): The functions GetStorageLeft and GetStorageRight now correctly return the Storage that is currently playing instead of the one that is currently selected.

(#2342)

Time Code Sender: Fixed an issue that prevented Start Code Presets to be copied via the keyboard shortcuts Ctrl+C, Ctrl+X, and Ctrl+V.

(#2425)

MADRIX 3.6b | September 16, 2016Version 3.6.2.0

Improved Effects:

SCE Color Scroll: The Displacement Distribution is now applied in dependence of the direction that is chosen.

(#1894)

SCE Video: Playback mode 'Normal' has been split into two modes: Once [Set Position To End Frame Afterwards] as well as Once [Set Position To Start Frame Afterwards] for video codecs that support it, such as QuickTime.

(#2288)

Improved Features:

Art-Net: The ArtAddress functionality can now be enabled and disabled separately to avoid conflicts with incompatible third-party hardware interfaces.

(#2322)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.5.6298. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX LUNA: Web configuration tool: Added the Refresh button to always show the latest information that was last saved on the device in the web browser (instead of using a browser refresh which may change settings again).

(#2258)

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed an issue that could make the device become unresponsive under certain circumstances when connecting, disconnecting, and calling up the website several times in a row.

(#2309)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.09.6299. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that caused issues when uploading DMX Data files (*.dxd) with names of more than 35 characters over USB.

(#2148)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that could make the device become unresponsive under certain circumstances when connecting, disconnecting, and calling up the website several times in a row.

(#2310)

Bugfixes:

Art-Net: Fixed an issue that did only send a minimum of 3 DMX channels instead of 2 DMX channels as defined by the specifications.

(#2153)

Backup System: Fixed an issue that a slave did send the Art-Net Sync package although the master was still active.

(#2274)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that could incorrectly change dates when reading a Cue List as CSV file.

(#2294)

Device Manager (MIDI): Fixed an issue that did not correctly read the current status for the filter of MIDI channel 16 from the Windows registry.

(#2291)

Device Manager (Streaming ACN): Fixed an issue that could make MADRIX crash when adding additional sACN devices when devices were already added previously.

(#2251)

DMX Fader Tool: Fixed an issue that did not correctly show buttons on the user interface after resizing the window.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that could make MADRIX crash when using the Map Settings.

(#2231)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that could make MADRIX crash when using the Gradient color control.

(#2238)

Remote Control (Remote HTTP): Fixed an issue that did not show the thumbnails of Storage Places correctly for a number of HTML sites that are provided with MADRIX. Thumbnails are now stretched within their respective boundaries on the HTML user interfaces.

(#2117)

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that did not play back GIF files that include several images.

(#2276)

SCE Video: Fixed an issue that playback mode 'Normal' did jump to the beginning again although playback stopped at the end position.

(#2288)

Script: Fixed an issue that could make MADRIX become unresponsive when using CueSetDate() or similar Cue List functions.

(#2293)

Script: Fixed an issue that could make MADRIX crash when using a Cue List function that referenced a Cue that was not available.

(#2328)

Time Code Sender: Fixed an issue that did not use correct Start Code Presets when the tool had been started for the first time and the preset configuration had not been opened at least once.

(#2244)

MADRIX 3.6a | July 11, 2016Version 3.6.1.0

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX NEBULA: New firmware version 1.1.6168. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX NEBULA: Web configuration tool: Added the Refresh button to always show the latest information that was last saved on the device in the web browser (instead of using a browser refresh which may change settings again).

MADRIX STELLA: Web configuration tool: Added the Refresh button to always show the latest information that was last saved on the device in the web browser (instead of using a browser refresh which may change settings again).

(#2204)

Bugfixes:

Art-Net: Fixed an issue that allowed to enable the Sync Mode even though no valid network card was available or selected first.

MADRIX: The Crossfader can now fade not only to the left and to the right, but also to the middle (perform a double-click to skip).

(#1534)

MADRIX: Added Main Output Filter.

(#262, #1547)

MADRIX: Added Color Filter Left and Color Filter Right.

(#1534)

MADRIX: Added Filter Left and Filter Right.

(#1547)

MADRIX: Added Submaster Left and Submaster Right.

(#1547)

MADRIX: Added German as user interface language [Language > Deutsch].

(#1556)

MADRIX: Added a message for users of NVIDIA Quadro graphics cards to change the settings to 'Workstation App - Dynamic Streaming' in the NVIDIA drivers to ensure system stability and the best possible performance.

(#1879) (Version 3.6.0.3)

MADRIX Installer/Setup: The correct settings for the Windows Firewall and thus network-based output protocols are now automatically set during installation.

(#1044)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added support for this new MADRIX hardware product throughout the software. [Tools > MADRIX Device Configuration]

(#986, #1907, #2102, #2135) (Version 3.6.0.5)

MADRIX STELLA: Added support for this new MADRIX hardware product throughout the software. [Tools > MADRIX Device Configuration]

Patch Editor: Added the option to load a second Patch in order to combine and merge it with the currently loaded Patch [Preferences > Patch Editor... > File > Merge Patches...].

(#518)

Previews: Status information will now be scaled according to the system-wide DPI setting in Windows.

(#1626)

Previews: Improved performance to always show effects smoothly, especially under heavy system load.

(#1874)

Remote Control (HTTP): Added new functions to control the Crossfader.

(#1534)

Remote Control (HTTP): Updated several functions [SetStorageWithoutFade, SetStorageWithoutFadeLeft, SetStorageWithoutFadeRight, SetStorage, SetStorageLeft, SetStorageRight] to either activate a specific Storage Place on a specific Storage, only the Storage, or only the Storage Place.

(#2133) (Version 3.6.0.7)

Remote Editor (DMX / MIDI): Added new functions to control the Crossfader [To Left, To Right, To Center].

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.05.5997. Please update the firmware!

(#1784)

MADRIX LUNA: All built-in status LEDs can now be switched off over Art-Net [Preferences > Device Manager... > Art-Net].

(#1098, #1854) (Version 3.6.0.5)

MADRIX NEBULA: New firmware version 1.1.6147. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: P9883.

(#2144) (Version 3.6.0.7)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: SK6812.

(#2145) (Version 3.6.0.7)

MADRIX NEBULA: Added new supported LEDs: SK6822.

(#2146) (Version 3.6.0.7)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.09.5998. Please update the firmware!

(#1784)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that could cause a unit to become unresponsive when setting a high speed (400%, for example) in the menu 'Stand-Alone' > 'Intensity/Speed' when playing back very large Scene files.

(#1784)

MADRIX PLEXUS: All built-in status LEDs can now be switched off over Art-Net [Preferences > Device Manager... > Art-Net].

Art-Net: Fixed an issue that always selected the first item in the Image Table when using the arrow keys for navigation after removing a list item.

(#2077) (Version 3.6.0.5)

Art-Net: Fixed an issue that allowed the ArtNetRemote device in MADRIX only to receive data when at least 3 channels were sent. Now at least 2 channels are needed as set by the specifications.

(#2138) (Version 3.6.0.7)

Chaser: The Chaser will now be stopped when manually removing all Steps.

(#1804)

Chaser: Fixed an issue that did not paste a Chaser after clicking copy twice before.

(#1810)

Chaser: Fixed an issue that did not call Previous Step in rare cases.

(#1815)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that showed text and numbers incorrectly and too large when editing an entry.

(#1939) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that resulted in Cues being triggered 1 to 3 frames behind the actual Time Code that was being received.

(#1034) (Version 3.6.0.5)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that always faded in from the last Cue when starting a Cue List with the time code 00:00:00:00 in certain cases.

(#1821) (Version 3.6.0.5)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that always selected the first item in the list when using the arrow keys for navigation after removing a list item.

(#2077) (Version 3.6.0.5)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that did not immediately updated the user interface when switching languages.

(#2116) (Version 3.6.0.6)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that incorrectly did translate the Description of Storage Places when switching languages.

(#2116) (Version 3.6.0.6)

Device Manager: Fixed an issue that incorrectly left Enable activated although the device could not be enabled.

(#1878)

Device Manager (Art-Net Device Configuration): Fixed an issue that incorrectly switched back to the previously set IP address for Broadcast Mode when selecting the new IP address and confirming with Apply or OK.

(#1916) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Device Manager (MADRIX LUNA 8/16): Fixed an issue that prevented data output on the last universe if all other universes/outputs were disabled.

(#1906) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Device Manager (MADRIX NEBULA, LUNA, PLEXUS, STELLA): Fixed an issue that did not save the IP address for input in the correct order in files.

(#2139) (Version 3.6.0.7)

Fixture Editor: Removed the support of [Absolute] values, which had been used by 12 now outdated fixtures.

(#1585)

Fixture Editor: Fixed an issue that did not allow a channel to be renamed or removed.

Group Control Fixed an issue that showed user interface controls incorrectly as active or inactive although opposite was intended.

(#1864) (Version 3.6.0.5)

Group Control Fixed an issue that incorrectly allowed the Fixture Group Faders only to work when a DMX-based MADRIX software license was available. Now the Group Control also correctly works with DVI-based MADRIX software licenses.

(#2056) (Version 3.6.0.5)

Group Control Fixed an issue that prevented the Group Value Chaser to start playing after calling a preset.

(#2081) (Version 3.6.0.5)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that showed the Shape selection menu in Extended mode for corresponding effects also on a second monitor if one was configured instead of showing it only on the main monitor.

(#1282) (Version 3.6.0.3)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not allow MADRIX to start when running it in Windows 8 compatibility mode under Windows 10.

(#1689) (Version 3.6.0.6)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not show the colors of a Color Table anymore after minimizing and restoring the MADRIX window.

(#2112) (Version 3.6.0.6)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not update the titles of windows when switching languages for the Effect Macro Editor, M2L Color Table, Map Settings, MAS Script Editor, Storage Place Macro Editor.

(#1729) (Version 3.6.0.3)

MADRIX: Fixed a crash that could occur when forcing MADRIX to shut down while a modal dialog was still open.

(#1764)

MADRIX: Fixed several potential issues that could prevent MADRIX to shut down correctly.

(#1790)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that prevented MADRIX from starting up quickly per user account if a network cable was connected to the computer.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not always promptly update the color labels for MADRIX Effects when increasing the color depth.

(#2083)

MADRIX: Increased the size of various controls on the user interface to better fit the German localization.

(#2122) (Version 3.6.0.7)

MADRIX Device Configuration: Fixed an issue that still showed a warning icon regarding an outdated firmware when an interface was first selected, but then deselected.

(#1221) (Version 3.6.0.3)

MA-Net: Fixed an issue that did not allow MADRIX to start when activating MA-Net.

(#2118) (Version 3.6.0.6)

Map Settings: Fixed an issue that enabled or disabled all controls incorrectly according to the second Layer of the Storage Place that had an Effect Parameter Chaser running.

(#1596) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Map Settings: Fixed an issue that did not paste Map Settings after clicking copy twice before.

(#1810)

Map Settings: Setting a a Fixture Group as Tiling Preset will now always refer to the overall Matrix Size instead of a relative reference towards the Mapping.

(#1933) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Options (Devices USB): Fixed an issue that did not recognize the latest driver for peperoni interfaces.

(#1820)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that did not update the DVI Mapping status in the fixture list when manually changing Position Z in the DVI Mapping section.

(#1780) (Version 3.6.0.7)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that made all DMX fixtures flicker when using Highlight Mode.

(#1828)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that did not apply values via the Enter key or triggered unwanted functionality when editing values on the right side.

(#1913) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that prevented the DVI Mapping Reset button to work correctly when editing values on the right side.

(#1913) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that used incorrect values when moving several DVI Maps with the help of an Offset in Y.

(#1913) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that showed an unnecessary error message, when changing several Fixture IDs with an offset of 0.

(#1913) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that showed an unnecessary error message, when changing several Fixture Group IDs with an offset of 0.

(#1913) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that did not immediately update the values of Fixture IDs the Properties section after editing them.

(#1913) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that did not immediately update the values of Fixture Group IDs the Properties section after editing them.

(#1913) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Previews: Fixed an issue that prevented graphics cards to be correctly recognized and used when using Windows 10 resulting in the error message that OpenGL 2.0 is required although supported by the graphics adapter (such as Intel HD).

(#1901) (Version 3.6.0.5)

Remote Editor (DMX / MIDI): Fixed an issue that did not highlight the second level of the context menu when selecting a function on the third level.

(#1603)

Remote HTTP: Fixed an issue that did not allow to edit the File Extension entries anymore.

(#1940) (Version 3.6.0.3)

Remote HTTP: Fixed an issue that did not allow thumbnails to automatically be hidden again.

Previews: Empty voxels are not shown anymore as black voxels when the Patch included more complex fixture profiles with gaps; thereby also improving the Preview performance considerably.

(#1204)

Previews: The option 'Show Status Information' did not show the title of the Preview when it had been already activated before starting MADRIX again.

(#1859)

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue that produced incorrect colors when receiving a CITP stream.

(#2134) (Version 3.6.0.7)

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue that unintentionally scaled font sizes according to the system-wide DPI setting in Windows.

(#1855)

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue that prevented the effect to use Alpha values.

(#1786) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue that always selected the first item in the Image Table when using the arrow keys for navigation after removing a list item.

(#2077) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Explosions: The shape is now correctly reset to its default value when switching the Rendering Mode from Extended to Simple.

(#2097) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Fire: Fixed an issue that prevented the effect to use Alpha values.

(#1786) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Graph: Fixed an issue that unintentionally scaled font sizes according to the system-wide DPI setting in Windows.

(#1855)

SCE Image: Fixed several issues in the Image Table that occurred when editing or changing values.

(#2057) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that always selected the first item in the Image Table when using the arrow keys for navigation after removing a list item.

(#2077) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that appended images instead of replacing the list when using the Load button in the Image List.

(#2107) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that incorrectly changed the title of the Image List when loading or adding images.

(#2107) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Noise: The shape is now correctly reset to its default value when switching the Rendering Mode from Extended to Simple.

(#2097) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Simple Shape : The shape is now correctly reset to its default value when switching the Rendering Mode from Extended to Simple.

(#2097) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Shapes: Fixed an issue that made objects appear to visually pump.

(#1931) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Shapes: Fixed an issue that made objects appear to stutter and to seemingly change their centers.

(#1932) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Shapes: The shape is now correctly reset to its default value when switching the Rendering Mode from Extended to Simple.

(#2097) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Swarm: The shape is now correctly reset to its default value when switching the Rendering Mode from Extended to Simple.

(#2097) (Version 3.6.0.5)

SCE Ticker: Fixed an issue that unintentionally scaled font sizes according to the system-wide DPI setting in Windows.

(#1855)

S2L Shapes: Fixed an issue that made objects appear to stutter and to seemingly change their centers.

(#1932) (Version 3.6.0.5)

S2L Shapes: Fixed an issue that made objects appear to visually pump.

(#1931) (Version 3.6.0.5)

M2L Shapes: Fixed an issue that made objects appear to stutter and to seemingly change their centers.

(#1932) (Version 3.6.0.5)

M2L Shapes: Fixed an issue that made objects appear to visually pump.

(#1931) (Version 3.6.0.5)

MAS Script: Fixed an issue that did not show the tooltip of manually created controls, such as ctrlbutton or ctrlcolortable.

(#2131) (Version 3.6.0.6)

MADRIX 3.5a | December 11, 2015Version 3.5.1.0

Improved Features:

Backup System: Outdated device entries can now be removed manually.

(#1789)

MADRIX (About): You can now select a product's serial number via double-click in order to quickly copy and paste it.

(#1751)

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.08.5780. Please update the firmware!

(#1784)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that could cause a unit to become unresponsive when setting a high speed (400%, for example) in the menu 'Stand-Alone' > 'Intensity/Speed' when playing back very large Scene files.

(#1784)

New Fixtures:

Stairville - LED Matrix Blinder 5x5 DMX.

(#1795)

Bugfixes:

Backup System: Fixed an issue that did show the option Validate MADRIX KEY as disabled after a software restart independently of the last used setting.

(#1783, #1789)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that did not show received MIDI Time Code [MTC] when having the MIDI Watcher open.

(#1801)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that prevented the Cue List to receive MIDI long message in certain cases.

(#1801)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that added Time Code to a new entry in the list while no Time Code was received in this moment.

(#1803)

MADRIX: The automatic gain control [AGC] now works correctly when only one audio channel is received.

Effect Parameter Chaser: Fixed an issue that did incorrectly continue to play back the Chaser when using Speed Master Pause.

(#1594)

Effect Parameter Chaser: After pausing or stopping the Chaser, MADRIX will interpolate settings once before the new playback starts to make sure that the Step is played back at the current and correct position.

(#1594)

Effect Parameter Chaser: Fixed an issue that could crash MADRIX while exiting the software when running a Chaser on the Layer Opacity and having the second Layer view open.

(#1737) (Version 3.5.0.4)

Filters (FX): Fixed an issue that produced a centered, dark line when using Kaleidoscope 8x on matrices with horizontal format.

(#1746) (Version 3.5.0.4)

Filters (FX): Fixed an issue that selected the wrong filter when using and importing a Setup file that was created before MADRIX 3.4 and the then introduced Kaleidoscope filters.

Fixture Editor: Fixed an issue that prevented new channels to be added when switching from Protocol DMX to DVI and back to DMX after creating a new fixture.

(#1740) (Version 3.5.0.5)

Group Control: Fixed that DVI fixtures could not be smoothly dimmed and controlled correctly when the Color Depth was set to 4 in the Patch Editor.

(#1635)

M2L Note Flash: Fixed incorrect note labels.

(#1610)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did activate buttons correctly when hovering over them with the mouse when the window did not have the focus.

(#1607)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not allow MADRIX to start when using Windows Vista.

(#1612)

MADRIX: Improved text spacing for list headers.

(#1526) (Version 3.5.0.1)

MADRIX: Fixed an display issue that used the incorrect font for certain submenus.

(#1705) (Version 3.5.0.1)

Map Settings: Fixed an issue that did not correctly set the values for Mapping Presets based on Fixture Groups.

(#1711) (Version 3.5.0.1)

MADRIX NEO: Fixed an issue that did write incorrect data when using a MADRIX NEO update file (*.mnlc) in MADRIX.

(#1630)

Options (Performance): Fixed several issues that could freeze MADRIX when removing fixtures from the Patch, changing the Matrix Size in the Patch Editor, or using Tiling with Mode Repeat in the Map Settings.

(#1734, #1736, #1739) (Version 3.5.0.3, Version 3.5.0.4)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that did not update the window title and user interface when changing languages.

SCE Ticker / Scrolling Text: Fixed an issue that did not fully show text labels at high resolutions and a maximized window. (#1531)

MADRIX 3.4 | June-25 -2015Version 3.4.0.0, Version 3.4.0.1, Version 3.4.0.2, Version 3.4.0.3, Version 3.4.0.4, Version 3.4.0.5, Version 3.4.0.6, Version 3.4.0.7, Version 3.4.0.8, Version 3.4.0.9, Version 3.4.0.10

Options (Performance): Added the option to choose which voxels will be rendered [Preferences > Options > Performance > Rendering]. Choosing to only include patched voxels can improve the overall performance considerably. (Note: Patched Only is now the default setting.) (#583, #1180)

Cue List: You can now choose how playback is managed regarding the Left Side and Right Side on the user interface [Preferences > Options... > User Interface > Cue List > Playback Side]. (#1434) (Version 3.4.0.7)

Fixture Editor (About): The complete version number is now shown for better reference. (#1439) (Version 3.4.0.7)

Layers: Faders in the second Layer view can now be restored to their default values via left mouse double-click. (#838)

Logfile: Added more information about the system's USB controllers and made sure to fully recognize Windows 8.1 for improved technical support. (#674, #1074)

MADRIX: Even more controls (such as buttons, context menus, or input fields) that are currently unavailable for use are now disabled via their gray font or gray icon color to better distinguish them from active controls. (#1060, #1091, #1228, #1233)

MADRIX: Moved the position of the button Step for stepped rendering close to No FX in order to better differentiate it from the Effect Parameter Chaser. (#1088)

MADRIX: You can now edit a list item via right-click in addition to double-click. (#834)

Color Table: Fixed an issue that did not automatically select the first item in the list when opening. (#1380) (3.4.0.7)

Cue List: Fixed an issue that did not activate the Play/Pause button in the Cue List after activating it on the Programmer view. (#1123)

Cue List: Fixed issues that did not visually disable certain controls of the user interface [Speed Master label, Layer View, Storage Places] when the Cue List was playing or had been started for the first time. (#900)

MADRIX (File Menu): Fixed an issue that created incorrect menu items and translations when switching from Chinese to English as Language while the Recent File list included several items. (#1154)

MADRIX (Map Settings): Fixed an issue that did not remember the previously used directory when loading or saving. (#1487) (Version 3.4.0.10).

MADRIX (Map Settings): Fixed an issue that did render effects incorrectly when using an Offset. (#1493) (Version 3.4.0.10).

Main Output Strobe: Fixed an issue that used the color of the Main Output Color Filter as strobe color when the Main Output Strobe was set to white. (#1430) (Version 3.4.0.7)

Options (Startup): It is no longer possible to activate Start Cue List After Loading The Start Setup and Open Touch Window at the same time, which produced an error message until now since the Touch Window cannot be open when the Cue List is running. (#1408) (Version 3.4.0.7)

Options (General): Improved and fixed several issues how File Recovery manages write-protected files as well as file names that are very similar. (#1405) (Version 3.4.0.7)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that placed fixtures and DVI Maps always on Z-Layer 1 when using the menu Edit > Rotate Selection By 90°/Rotate Selection By 180°/Rotate Selection By 270° even if that was not the original position for Z. (#1427) (Version 3.4.0.7)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that showed the complete window and its contents incorrectly when opening it again after it had been closed while being minimized to the Windows Taskbar. (#1409) (Version 3.4.0.7)(

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that still showed the Highlight Mode button as being activated [i.e. in green] although the functionality had been deactivated. (#1397) (Version 3.4.0.5)

Patch Editor: Fixed an issue that internally enabled the preferences Copy DVI Mapping and Automatically Address Copied DMX Fixtures after loading a Patch file although they had been deactivated. (#1164)

Remote Control (HTTP): Fixed an issue that the HTTP server provided an incorrect modified date in the HTTP header. (#1063)

S2L Drops: Fixed an issue that removed objects too soon when the Shape Alignment was set to Top. (#884)

SCE Drops: Fixed an issue that removed objects too soon when the Shape Alignment was set to Top. (#884)

SCE Fill Drops: Fixed an issue that did not show objects anymore when using a negative value for a Speed Master or Storage Place Speed Pitch. (#1086)

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.04.5098. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed an issue that the IP address could not be changed using the HTTP user interface.

Bugfixes:

Benchmark: Now includes a precise notice why it has been started.

Cue List: Fixed an issue that skipped incorrectly ahead when a Cue was configured for using Time Code and started on Sunday with a Duration of less or equal 7 seconds.

Cue List: Fixed a user interface display issue that occurred when the Time Code format selection was opened for the first time.

Remote Control (HTTP): Fixed an issue that did not apply the path correctly when the HTTP server was already running.

MADRIX 2.14i | December 12, 2014Version 2.14.9.0

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.04.5098. Please update the firmware!

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed an issue that the IP address could not be changed using the HTTP user interface.

Bugfixes:

Cue List: Fixed an issue that skipped incorrectly ahead when a Cue was configured for using Time Code and started on Sunday with a Duration of less or equal 7 seconds.

MADRIX 2.14h | November 27, 2014Version 2.14.8.0

Improved Features:

Fixture Editor: Can now export Fixture Libraries and single Fixtures from MADRIX 2 for MADRIX 3 (compatible with version 3.0 and higher).

MADRIX KEY: Updated driver (version 6.30a).

PLEXUS Configuration: Added new device settings according to the latest PLEXUS firmware.

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX USBone: New driver version.

MADRIX NEO: New driver version.

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.03.5043. Please update the firmware! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!)

MADRIX LUNA: New driver version 6.0.0514.2. Please update the drivers! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!)

MADRIX LUNA: Optimized device reply time (Poll Reply) to ensure that all connected devices are found when searching for them automatically in MADRIX.

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed an issue that would reset the network settings with the next start when a Subnet Mask higher than 255.255.255.0 was set up.

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed issues with sending out data when receiving Art-Net data from two sources.

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed an issue that only used the last of DMX output ports to send out data when several ports had been assigned the same Art-Net universe.

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.08.5168. Please update the firmware! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New driver version 6.0.0514.2. Please update the drivers! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Added new PLEXUS menu: Info > Configuration, which includes information about the currently loaded PLEXUS Configuration (show file).

MADRIX PLEXUS: Added new PLEXUS menu: Settings > DMX, which includes options to always send/output Full Frames in Stand-Alone Mode. This can help with fixtures that require a frame to include all 512 channels.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Changed the position and name of the PLEXUS menu Settings > Network to Art-Net > IP Address.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Optimized device reply time (Poll Reply) to ensure that all connected devices are found when searching for them automatically in MADRIX.

MADRIX PLEXUS: A warning will be provided if the IP Address and the Subnet Mask are not compatible with each other.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Improved German language support.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Improved Spanish language support.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that would reset the network settings with the next start when a Subnet Mask higher than 255.255.255.0 was set up.

Touch Screen Window: Selection and position of Storage Place buttons and their interface now correspond with the general user interface.

MADRIX Hardware:

MADRIX USBone: New driver version.

MADRIX NEO: New driver version.

MADRIX LUNA: New firmware version 1.03.5043. Please update the firmware! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!)

MADRIX LUNA: New driver version 6.0.0514.2. Please update the drivers! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!)

MADRIX LUNA: Optimized device reply time (Poll Reply) to ensure that all connected devices are found when searching for them automatically in MADRIX.

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed an issue that would reset the network settings with the next start when a Subnet Mask higher than 255.255.255.0 was set up.

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed issues with sending out data when receiving Art-Net data from two sources.

MADRIX LUNA: Fixed an issue that only used the last of DMX output ports to send out data when several ports had been assigned the same Art-Net universe.

MADRIX PLEXUS: New firmware version 1.08.5168. Please update the firmware! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!) (Version 3.3.0.5)

MADRIX PLEXUS: New driver version 6.0.0514.2. Please update the drivers! (Please update the firmware first and the drivers second!)

MADRIX PLEXUS: Added new PLEXUS menu: Info > Configuration, which includes information about the currently loaded PLEXUS Configuration (show file).

MADRIX PLEXUS: Added new PLEXUS menu: Settings > DMX, which includes options to always send/output Full Frames in Stand-Alone Mode. This can help with fixtures that require a frame to include all 512 channels.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Changed the position and name of the PLEXUS menu Settings > Network to Art-Net > IP Address.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Optimized device reply time (Poll Reply) to ensure that all connected devices are found when searching for them automatically in MADRIX.

MADRIX PLEXUS: A warning will be provided if the IP Address and the Subnet Mask are not compatible with each other.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Improved German language localization.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Improved Spanish language localization.

MADRIX PLEXUS: Fixed an issue that would reset the network settings with the next start when a Subnet Mask higher than 255.255.255.0 was set up.

Deprecated Functions: Several functions have been renamed. Corresponding, previous functions have been deprecated. More information is provided throughout the Script user guide when applicable. (Version 3.3.0.5)

New Fixtures:

BriteQ - Powermatrix. (Version 3.3.0.5)

BriteQ - Powerpixel 8. (Version 3.3.0.5)

EUROLITE - FUTURELIGHT POS-6 Scan LED QCL.

EUROLITE - LED BBS-5 Leiste.

EUROLITE - LED BP-16 Panel.

EUROLITE - LED CBB-3 COB RGB 3x15W.

EUROLITE - LED PMC-25x10W COB RGB.

EUROLITE - Zeitgeist Spot 210.

Futurelight - POS-6 Scan LED QCL.

Futurelight - POS-12 Scan LED QCL.

Futurelight - POS-12 LED QCL Powerstick.

InventDesign - DiGidot Pixel. (Version 3.3.0.4)

New Beyond Lighting - M03A.

Philips Selecon - PL1 LED Luminaire. (Version 3.3.0.3)

Showtec - LED Light Bar 8.

Showtec - Pixel Bar 12.

Starway - Datakolor 25FC. (Version 3.3.0.3)

Bugfixes:

Cue List: Fixed calculations when adding or subtracting a Time Code offset for single or multiple Cues.

Cue List: Fixed a user interface refresh issue that caused a flickering when changing to an empty Storage Place while the Cue List view was opened. (Version 3.3.0.3)

CITP: Fixed several issues that prevented data to be sent or received in certain cases.

Device Manager (Art-Net): The display of MADRIX PLEXUS devices that are connected via Art-Net will now also blink when Highlight Mode is activated as is the case when connected via USB.

Device Manager: Now correctly refreshes the user interface when resizing the window.

Device Manager: Fixed an issue that could crash MADRIX when changing the settings of a connected, but disabled DMX interface, for example from Output to Input. (Version 3.3.0.3)

Device Manager: Fixed an issue that could crash MADRIX when a minimum of 1 universe was active as DMX input and a MADRIX Setup was loaded in which said universe was disabled or not available. (Version 3.3.0.3)

Drivers: Drivers for MADRIX USBone, MADRIX NEO, MADRIX PLEXUS, MADRIX LUNA are now copied to the correct directory for Windows 8/8.1, 32-bit and can be automatically loaded again by MADRIX.

Example Files (Setups): Updated specific Scripts and their used functions to the latest Script version to remove deprecated functions.

Files/Setup Files: File names that included characters from a code page other than the system's code page are now correctly opened and loaded.

M2L Color Scroll: When duplicating or copy and pasting the Layer, Fade is now correctly enabled for the newly created Layer when it was activated on the source Layer.

M2L Drops: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the main mixing frame rate.

M2L Single Tone Spectrum: The Cross Mode button is now correctly disabled for directions it could not be used with.

M2L Tubes: When duplicating or copy and pasting the Layer, Vertical Tube mode was always enabled again although it had been deactivated before.

MADRIX (About): Improved the display of the license activated by the MADRIX KEY, even when the Virtual DMX Universes Count in the Options had been set to a lower value than the license version offered. (Version 3.3.0.3)

MADRIX: Fixed issues with displaying characters in other languages than English.

MADRIX: Fixed several display issues of the user interface (including window sizes and text) when DPI scaling was activated for the display/monitor in Windows.

MADRIX: Fixed a display refresh issue when switching between Storage Places and using the second Layer view.

MADRIX: The Color Gradient is now correctly disabled when the Cue List is running.

MADRIX: Fixed a critical bug that could crash MADRIX upon saving or loading Setup file by using too many GDI objects for Storage Place Thumbnails when occupying a very large number of Storage Places.

MADRIX: Fixed that the currently set value is now shown in the tooltip for the buttons AMP, Shift, SV, and SUB.

MADRIX: Users are now correctly asked if a Storage should be replaced when loading a saved Storage file via the menu Edit > Storage > Open...

MADRIX: Fixed how values after commas are displayed for the Storage Place Pitch tooltip when setting a negative value.

MADRIX: The selected Fade Type is now correctly and fully displayed on the button.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that prevented the full user interface (including certain button labels) to be shown correctly at a monitor resolution of 1280x768.

MADRIX: Fixed various incorrect tooltips throughout the software.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not display a Storage Place in the correct color after copying and pasting from another Storage Place to it.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that did not include the minus sign when selecting negative float values in an edit field via double-click.

MADRIX: The Opacity slider now resets to 255 instead of 127 when using a double-click.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that could make MADRIX abort the starting process via a crash when trying to start the software using a file that is not supported.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that could cause MADRIX (and other programs of the MADRIX suite) to crash when pressing specific shortcuts on the keyboard, such as Windows+Pause, Ctrl+Pause, Ctrl+Scroll.

MADRIX: Fixed an issue that could MADRIX to crash when switching between 2 Storage Places while having open the Layer Fader View and then selecting a MADRIX Effect on a new Storage Place afterwards. (Version 3.3.0.3)

MADRIX: Fixed an issue with the Layer Fader View incorrectly showing Solo Mode being activated for several Layers. (Version 3.3.0.5)

MADRIX: Fixed a rare issue that could cause MADRIX to produce error message, behave incorrectly, or crash when having the same Storage selected on both sides, Left and Right, and switching to a Storage Place on the opposite side, when it recently was selected on the other side and still fading out. (Version 3.3.0.5)

MADRIX: Fixed a rare issue that could cause MADRIX to crash when closing the software.

MAS Script Effect: The function ctrlcolor displayed one input field too much without functionality.

Remote Control (MIDI): Fixed an issue that prevented unhindered Storage Place selection when the same Storage was selected on Storage Left and Storage Right and two corresponding Storage Places were blocked as a result. (Version 3.3.0.4)

Remote Control (MIDI Remote Editor): Fixed an issue that read and showed incorrect values when activating the Test function although no DMX device was connected.

Remote Control (MIDI Remote Editor): Replaced an incorrect function in the MIDI map 'MIDI Universal' with a placeholder. (Version 3.3.0.4)

Restore Tool: Resetting to fail-safe settings now also correctly deactivates the LUNA driver in the Options. (Version 3.3.0.5)

Restore Tool: Resetting to fail-safe settings now also correctly deactivates the MADRIX I/O driver in the Options. (Version 3.3.0.5)

Restore Tool: Resetting to fail-safe settings now correctly works for all versions (Version 3.3.0.5)

S2L Drops: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the Main Mixing frame rate.

S2L EQ / Spectrum: The Cross Mode button is now correctly disabled for directions it could not be used with.

S2L EQ / Spectrum: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the Main Mixing frame rate.

S2L Level Color: The effect is now correctly displayed again for Directions Back and Front when using Display Mode Stereo Linear or Stereo Radial on a 2D matrix.

S2L Level Meter: The Cross Mode button is now correctly disabled for directions it could not be used with.

S2L Level Meter: Fixed a display issue when the Cross Mode was used.

S2L Level Meter: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the Main Mixing frame rate.

SCE Capture: Fixed an issue that displayed a reduced Extrusion starting from left and right instead of the back when using a Rotation other than 0° or a 3D matrix and a Direction other than Stop.

SCE Capture: Fixed an issue that displayed the input at a reduced brightness when reducing the Extrusion and when Z was uneven, higher than 2, and a Direction other than Stop was used.

SCE Capture: Fixed an issue that displayed the input on the middle Z-level when using a 3D matrix, the Direction of Stop, an Extrusion value of 0.01, and a Position in X higher than 0.

SCE Capture: Extrusion is now correctly disabled when Tile is activated.

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue with displaying characters incorrectly in other languages than English when switching to another Storage Place and back to the previous one.

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue that displayed the input at a reduced brightness when reducing the Extrusion and when Z was uneven and higher than 2.

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue that did not displayed the input when setting an Extrusion value of 0.01.

SCE Counter: Fixed an issue that displayed a reduced Extrusion starting from left and right instead of the back when using a 3D matrix.

SCE Counter: Now correctly disables the Last Element Mode button when using the String Table in Loop Mode.

SCE Counter: Now correctly displays strings for exactly 1 second when BPM is set to 60.

SCE Counter: Fixed that the Extrusion parameter did not depend on the Look-At Type. (Version 3.3.0.3)

SCE Explosions: The effect is now correctly displayed when using Direction Front or Back.

SCE Explosions: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the Main Mixing frame rate.

SCE Drops: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the Main Mixing frame rate.

SCE Fill Snake: Fixed an issue that Color Table Loop and Shuffle mode were not displayed correctly having Mix activated.

SCE Fill Snake: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the Main Mixing frame rate.

SCE Fill Random: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the Main Mixing frame rate.

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that incorrectly used the Z-Axis when changing the Extrusion and Position X.

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that displayed a reduced Extrusion starting from left and right instead of the back when using a Rotation other than 0° or a 3D matrix and a Direction other than Stop.

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that displayed the input at a reduced brightness when reducing the Extrusion and when Z was uneven, higher than 2, and a Direction other than Stop was used.

SCE Image: Fixed an issue that displayed the input on the middle Z-level when using a 3D matrix, the Direction of Stop, an Extrusion value of 0.01, and a Position in X higher than 0.

SCE Image: Extrusion is now correctly disabled when Tile is activated.

SCE Graph: Fixed an issue with displaying characters in other languages than English when switching to another Storage Place and back to the previous one.

SCE Plasma: Fixed an issue that did not chose the first color as the last color as required by the effect when using the Color Picker.

SCE Pulse / Stroboscope: Fixed that the first strobe was always displayed with white color independently of the color that was chosen for the effect. (Version 3.3.0.3).

SCE Ticker / Scrolling Text: Fixed an issue with displaying characters in other languages than English when switching to another Storage Place and back to the previous one.

SCE Ticker / Scrolling Text: Fixed an issue that displayed a reduced Extrusion starting from left and right instead of the back when using a Rotation other than 0° or a 3D matrix and a Direction other than Stop.

SCE Ticker / Scrolling Text: Fixed an issue that displayed the input at a reduced brightness when reducing the Extrusion and when Z was uneven, higher than 2, and a Direction other than Stop was used.

SCE Ticker / Scrolling Text: Steps are now correctly calculated to display the text correctly when Step is enabled.

SCE Ticker / Scrolling Text: Fixed a bug that would not allow the font settings window to open under Windows Vista.

SCE Screen Capture: Fixed an issue that displayed a reduced Extrusion starting from left and right instead of the back when using a Rotation other than 0° or a 3D matrix and a Direction other than Stop.

SCE Screen Capture: Fixed an issue that displayed the input at a reduced brightness when reducing the Extrusion and when Z was uneven, higher than 2, and a Direction other than Stop was used.

SCE Screen Capture: Fixed an issue that displayed the input on the middle Z-level when using a 3D matrix, the Direction of Stop, an Extrusion value of 0.01, and a Position in X higher than 0.

SCE Screen Capture: Extrusion is now correctly disabled when Tile is activated.

SCE Starfield: Fixed the speed of the effect when changing the main mixing frame rate.

SCE Video: Fixed an issue that automatically started the video again when switching back from another Storage Place although AS (automatic start) was disabled.

SCE Video: Fixed an issue that displayed a reduced Extrusion starting from left and right instead of the back when using a Rotation other than 0° or a 3D matrix and a Direction other than Stop.

SCE Video: Fixed an issue that displayed the input at a reduced brightness when reducing the Extrusion and when Z was uneven, higher than 2, and a Direction other than Stop was used.

SCE Video: Fixed an issue that displayed the input on the middle Z-level when using a 3D matrix, the Direction of Stop, an Extrusion value of 0.01, and a Position in X higher than 0.

SCE Video: Extrusion is now correctly disabled when Tile is activated.

SCE Video: Fixed an issue that could crash MADRIX on Windows 8 when switching from and back to the Storage Place playing back a QuickTime *.mov movie file. (Version 3.3.0.3)

Script: Fixed an issue that did not highlight regular functions correctly in the Script Editor.

Slices: Added Slices feature to SCE Capture, SCE Image, SCE Video. Slices is a way to import 2D images, 2D video feeds, or 2D videos into 3D LED matrices by slicing the content into different parts and automatically applying each slice to X-Levels, Y-Levels, or Z-levels as required.

Improved Features:

Art-Net: You can now choose for which particular network Sync mode should be activated.

Art-Net: The speed of the network card is now shown in the Device Manager.

Art-Net: MADRIX now also sends the priority when sending out a poll.

Art-Net: When an Art-Node node has the MAC address 0, a warning symbol is shown in the Art-Net Configuration dialog.

Macro: SCE Drops, S2L Drops, M2L Drops - The functions SetPixelPitch1(), GetPixelPitch1(), SetPixelPitch2(), GetPixelPitch2() did not work properly for directions Left and Right.

Macro: SCE Color Scroll, SCE Gradient - The functions SetPixelCrossWidth(), GetPixelCrossWidth() did not work properly for directions Top Left, Top Right, etc.

MAS Script: Now completely clears the virtual LED matrix when the effect has been stopped or if New was chosen in the Editor.

MIDI: Fixed a bug that the MIDI to EQ array only provided the second channel.

MIDI Watcher: When started from the Device Manager > MIDI, the MIDI Watcher now correctly closes again.

Patch: Fixed that the background of the toolbar will be displayed correctly, when docking a toolbar to the bottom edge of the window.

Patch: Fixed a bug that did not refresh corresponding controls correctly when editing the Z-position of multiple DVI Maps at the same time.Previews: Virtual LED matrices with a very low aspect ratio (e.g., 2000 x 1) are now correctly centered in the Previews.

Previews: Fixed possible visual artifacts and glitches.

Previews: Improved how large virtual LED matrices are displayed regarding centering and zooming.

Restore Tool: Fixed a migration issue that the monitor last used for Full Screen Mode of External Previews was not correctly applied.

SCE Capture: The MADRIX Setup File will not be overwritten when attempting to load a device that is not available. That means, when loading the Setup next time, the device will be loaded again if available.

SCE Video: The MADRIX Setup File will not be overwritten when attempting to load a video that is not available. That means, when loading the Setup next time, the video will be loaded again if available.

Script: When choosing New in the Script Editor after previously loading a encrypted script, not all controls were enabled again.

Time Code Sender: Improved timing.

Time Code Sender: Fixed a bug that increased the last four settings (preset 6, 7, 8, 9) by 1, when closing the Preset Configuration dialog.

MADRIX 2.14f | November 15, 2013Version 2.14.6.0

Improved Features:

Art-Net: MADRIX now sends the priority when sending out a poll.

Art-Net: When an Art-Node node has the MAC address 0, a warning symbol is shown in the Art-Net Configuration dialog.

CITP: You can now choose the network card as MADRIX is not restricted to the primary network adapter anymore.

MADRIX NEO: MADRIX now performs an automatic rescan if devices are lost and not found again within 5 seconds.

MADRIX USBone: MADRIX now performs an automatic rescan if devices are lost and not found again within 5 seconds.

MIDI: Fixed a bug that the MIDI to EQ array only provided the second channel.

Output: Now correctly clears the output buffer to not use any output data as input when switching to DMX-IN without prior input data.

Output: MADRIX now correctly sends Black color values before the software is closed.

PLEXUS Configuration dialog: Fixed a bug that crashed the PLEXUS Configuration dialog when performing a rescan after disabling the PLEXUS USB drivers in the MADRIX Options while at least one PLEXUS connected via USB was displayed.

SCE Bitmap: Duration values of the Bitmap List are now exported correctly.

SCE Bitmap: Duration values of the Bitmap List are now exported correctly.

SCE Graph: Alpha values of the Color Table are now used properly when the Shape is set to Text.

Script: ReadAsync now uses the Port if available (e.g. website.de:8080/index.php).

MADRIX GUI: Fixed drop-downs lists that could extend over the right edge of the user interface.

MADRIX GUI: Fixed an issue to now force users to save as *.msz file type, when an *.msx file had been loaded before.

Output: Now correctly clears the output buffer to not use any output data as input when switching to DMX-IN without prior input data.

Output: MADRIX now correctly sends Black color values before the software is closed.

Patch: Auto addressing for copied DMX fixtures did not work properly.

PLEXUS Configuration dialog: Fixed an issue that did not allow to import several Scenes at the same time.

PLEXUS Configuration dialog: Fixed a bug that crashed the PLEXUS Configuration dialog when performing a rescan after disabling the PLEXUS USB drivers in the MADRIX Options while at least one PLEXUS connected via USB was displayed.

SCE Color Scroll: Direction Back To Right was not rendered correctly.

SCE Graph: Alpha values of the Color Table are now used properly when the Shape is set to Text.

SCE Image: Closing the Image Table did produce an error message if an image had been previously loaded using the Open button.

SCE Ticker: Fonts that were exported from MADRIX 2 were not restored properly.

Script: ctrlBtn5 label5 could not be set post hoc.

Script: ReadAsync now uses the Port if available (e.g. website.de:8080/index.php).

SCE Ticker / Scrolling Text: Any effect using an indiviual font that was saved prior to 3.0.0.5 will be set to the default font.

Script/Macro: Changed the behavior of the Macro button to Start/Stop and added a context-menu for additional functionality.

New And Updated Script/Macro Functions:

MADRIX 3.0 includes a large number of (technical) improvements. That is why large parts of MADRIX Script 2.1 were updated as well. Throughout the Script documentation you will find a lot of updates and changes.

Previous macros and scripts written for MADRIX 2.X might not work anymore for MADRIX 3.X. Please use the provided migration hints to update your scripts and macros! Migration hints are provided in the corresponding topics.

DVI: External Previews with activated DMX Map Mode will now always display RGB color values, whereas before a bug could convert the color values under certain circumstances when using a color depth of 1, 2, or 4.

DVI: External Previews could be opened multiple times.

DVI: External Previews remained open under certain circumstances when closing MADRIX.

DVI Devices: Fixed a bug that prevented the device name and error message to display correctly after creating a new device.

ESTA Streaming ACN: DMX universes are now indexed correctly via Auto Indexing when it comes to values higher than 255.

Fixture Editor: Fixed a bug that did not display the values for Voxel Amount Z and Voxel Position Z correctly after minimizing the window (overlapping).

Installer: Added MADRIX LUNA Quick Start Guide to the Setup Process.

Installer: Fixed rights to write on the harddisk to avoid file installation problems.

Layers: Fixed a bug that Layers were mixed although Blind Mode was activated.

Layers: Fixed a bug regarding activation of Solo Mode on other Layers.

Layers: In the Layer View, Opacity sliders now react to instructions of the macro.

Layers: In the Layer View, an active Blind Mode button will now be displayed correctly.

Logfile: Fixed a bug that did not show correctly where an error occurred when using a macro (regarding the Storage ID, Storage Place, Layer).

M2L Note Flash: Fixed a bug that caused the effect not to work correctly.

M2L Tubes: Tooltips of the Horizontal Tubes Mode and the Vertical Tubes Mode were mixed up.

Previews: Settings of the Preview performance check (Use 2D or 3D mode? Don't ask me again this session) are remembered when switching between Full Screen and Window.

Remote Control: Fixed a bug that showed the last Storage Place still as active when switching to a Storage Place that is currently not visible on the GUI.

Remote Control: Fixed a bug that used the wrong Storage ID for the Map Window when switching Storage Places via DMX-IN or MIDI.

Recording: Fixed the size of icons in the Recording window.

S2L Frequency Flash: Fixed a bug that caused the effect not to work correctly.

SCE Bounce: Fixed a bug that caused objects always to start in the top left corner under certain circumstances.

SCE Bounce: Fixed a bug that could cause objects to become invisible when changing the Shape Alignment.

SCE Bounce: Objects could get stuck.

SCE Capture: The DI button remained active after None was selected if Top Field First was previously activated when working with Deinterlacing (DI).

SCE Gradient: Fixed a bug that could cause MADRIX to crash if the Gradient Color Control had the focus while closing MADRIX.

SCE Image: Fixed a bug that made the Add and Delete buttons of the Image Table disappear when minimizing and restoring MADRIX.

SCE Image: The Fade Time label was not fully visible in the Image Table.

SCE Metaballs: The macro functions SetSizeScale() and GetSizeScale() did not work correctly.

SCE Pulse / Stroboscope: The Color Table denied to remove a second color if one was added before.

SCE Wave / Radial: Certain controls are now only activated/deactivated when applicable.

Script/Macro: Editors did not react to keyboard shortcuts provided by the menu or shortcut menu.

Script/Macro: Fixed a bug regarding positions.

Script/Macro: The Storage Place Macro Editor did not close when switching Storage Places.

Task Watcher: Fixed that Audio Capture Frames were not shown.

Touch Screen: Fixed a bug that caused the Windows desktop to be visible in the Touch Screen Window.

Touch Screen: When activating Description As Button Label in the MADRIX Options, the individual buttons of the Touch Screen will now show an index number instead of the default Storage Place Description 'Color'.

Touch Screen: Fixed a bug that prevented the user interface to refresh when switching Storages.

DVI: Preview DVI with activated DMX Map Mode will now always display RGB color values, whereas before a bug could convert the color values under certain circumstances when using a color depth of 1, 2, or 4.

ESTA Streaming ACN: DMX universes are now indexed correctly via Auto Indexing when it comes to values higher than 255.

File Export: When exporting for MADRIX 3, the Map settings will also be exported for effects that are not available in MADRIX 3.

SCE Graph Effect - Macro: Fixed that you could not change from 90° rotated text to 270° rotated text and vice versa (2.14.2.1).

SCE Ticker Effect: Fixed a bug that the state of the C, W, S buttons was not restored after the Layer was reset.

Script Editor: Fixed a bug that written code was lost when the Script Editor was still open and the code not compiled while changing a Storage Place without closing the Editor.

Setup Files: MADRIX now checks for the MagicID in *.ms2 files to ensure that only MADRIX-compatible files are loaded instead of generic *.ms2 files.

Touch Screen Window: Fixed a bug that could crash MADRIX when the Touch Screen was positioned on the second monitor and set up to automatically open at startup, while the settings for second monitor were changed in Windows between startups of MADRIX.

Color Ramp Control: Improved display of the control for several MADRIX Effects when controlled by a Macro.

Cue List: Added the new external tool MADRIX Time Code Sender.

Cue List: Reduced flickering of the GUI when loading, deleting or editing Cues.

DMX-IN Remote Editor: Values for Modifier > Values can now have a full range of 0 to 255.

DMX Fader Tool: When manually activating or deactivating all controls (checkboxes), the button All On or All Off will be shown accordingly.

Logfile: Messages and error messages of the Main Output Macro, MAS Script Effect, SCE Video, Storages, and Layers now contain the information on which Storage, Storage Place and Layer the error occurred.

MADRIX Dialog: You can now restore the original window size. Go to the menu Windows > Reset Size.

MADRIX Dialog: Messages and error messages of the Main Output Macro, MAS Script Effect, SCE Video, Storages, and Layers now contain the information on which Storage, Storage Place and Layer the error occurred.

Patch: The Fixture List (to the left) can save performance when hidden (drag fully to the left side).

PLEXUS Configuration Dialog: You can now save or load all available PLEXUS settings into/from a file.

Cue List: Fixed a bug that could crash MADRIX when using an external time code source and changing the frame rate.

Device Manager: Watch Universe now correctly switches between Input or Virtual OUT according to the selected device.

Device Manager: Fixed that the previous interface name was still shown (UltraDmx), when exchanging an UltraDmx interface with an ENTTEC USB DMX Pro and pressing Rescan. Older MADRIX versions need to be restarted to correctly change the displayed label.

DMX Fader Tool: Switching off the tool did not always deactivate transmission of DMX values.

DMX Fader Tool: Fixed a bug that made the tool seem activated after a restart of MADRIX, although it was deactivated.

DMX-IN Remote Editor: Adjusted the Max value of several DMX-IN Protocols (all except Large Protocol) to ensure a clear offset between DMX values.

DMX-IN Remote Editor: Fixed a bug that could crash MADRIX when closing the window while the Test or Assign button was still active and data was still received.

DMX-In Remote Editor: Removed some unnecessary jogwheel entries.

DMX Watcher: Fixed an update bug when MADRIX was minimized into the Windows Task Bar.

Map Dialog: Fixed a bug in 'Tile' mode when using rotation and the 'Full Size' mode.

S2L EQ Drops and S2L EQ Tubes: Fixed a critical bug that caused MADRIX to crash, when the virtual matrix was larger than 511 in X.

MADRIX PLEXUS:

New firmware version 1.1.3053. Please update the firmware.

Improved reliability of the USB connection. Fixed some issues when sending data over USB.

Improved reliability of the USB connection. When using the USB connection, the MADRIX license will not be lost after 1 minute anymore.

Added a timeout of 3 seconds for PLEXUS devices at startup for improved network behavior. Playback is delayed to ensure that all Slave devices are ready in the network after startup.

Changed SD card playback behavior during Live Mode. If a configured SD card is inserted into the device, SD card playback stops when the device receives live input data for Live Mode. SD card playback starts again, once live data is not received anymore and if 'AutoPlay' was configured in the PLEXUS Configuration.

SCE Ticker - Fixed a critical error that occurred when the text was changed while using smooth mode.

DVI - Fixed a critical error: No DVI screen was displayed when DVI was enabled, Windows XP used, and a setup was loaded automatically or via double-click.

MADRIX 2.7 | November 13, 2009

New Features:

MADRIX software now sends data (DMX, Art-Net, KiNet, Insta, and Robe) even without the MADRIX KEY (USB dongle) for 1 hour, always interrupting transmission after one minute. This feature is very useful to test MADRIX with your hardware before the purchase.

Added Macro function for the main output.

Improved Features:

The audio device can be selected in the Device Manager.

Newly implemented mixer control. This improves the use of MADRIX with several audio hardware products, like onboard Realtek chip sets.

Several video capture devices can now be used on multiple layers at the same time.